Concealed in student’s backpack
By Lindzie Laughridge, Community Engagement Officer, City of Brentwood
BRENTWOOD, CA- This morning, September 23rd, 2025, at approximately 8:15AM, Adams Middle School staff were alerted to a report of a student on campus who was in possession of a firearm concealed in their backpack. The Brentwood Police Department was immediately contacted and our School Resource Officer responded to the incident.
Upon further investigation, the firearm was determined to be real, and the student was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to Juvenile Hall for booking.
We are working closely with Adams Middle School, the District, and the involved parents, to determine the circumstances surrounding this incident.
Our top priority is the safety of students, staff, and the community. We take any report of a weapon on campus extremely seriously and are thankful for the students who reported their concerns, along with the swift response from school staff.
Based on our investigation, this is an isolated incident.
Anyone with any information regarding this investigation is encouraged to contact the Brentwood Police Department at 925-809-7911.
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